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At SECURE, we roll up our sleeves and take on the tough stuff with grit, innovation, and teamwork. We’re looking for students who are:
Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.
Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.
Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.
Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.
To be eligible for the SECURE Student program, you must:
Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available from May to August.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent residency, or a valid work permit.
Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol and Drug test if the role is considered safety-sensitive.
This role provides the student with hands-on experience in a laboratory setting in Leduc, Alberta, supporting testing and research on scale and paraffin deposition. The student will gain practical exposure to chemical analysis, data reporting, and ongoing R&D projects that directly support customer and operational needs.
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The student will be part of a collaborative technical team working in a lab environment that values accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues while contributing to meaningful research and solving real-world problems.
This is a full-time student position based in Leduc, Alberta , working Monday to Friday. You will work in a professional, team-oriented laboratory environment with opportunities to collaborate across multiple business functions while gaining hands-on experience supporting laboratory testing, research, and development initiatives. Reliable transportation is required, as the successful applicant must be able to get themselves to the Leduc location.
Assist in laboratory testing related to scale and paraffin deposition.
Prepare and analyze samples using standard laboratory procedures (e.g., FTIR, titration, filtration).
Support field simulation and chemical evaluation studies under supervision.
Maintain laboratory equipment, cleanliness, and safe work practices.
Record and compile experimental data for internal reporting and customer support.
Participate in continuous improvement of test methods and documentation.
Assist with inventory management of lab consumables and chemicals.
Identify any projects/assignments suitable for student involvement
Support ongoing R&D projects related to paraffin deposition modelling and inhibitor testing.
Assist in lab work for compatibility testing of scale inhibitors with field brines.
Help prepare test data reports for customer technical service cases.
Contribute to trial runs of new lab procedures or equipment validations.
Actively enrolled in a post-secondary program such as Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Technology, or Biochemistry, and returning to studies following the work term.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
Comfortable working in a laboratory environment with chemicals and analytical equipment.
Basic knowledge of chemistry or chemical engineering principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel with the ability to perform basic data analysis.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.
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SECURE is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
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